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i have a sleep problem. I have not been able to sleep properly for the last 3 months. I'm doing meditation regularly also. but facing sleep. Please help me.
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It seems to be insomnia which can be due to various psychological or harmonal issues.
It needs to be treated asap otherwise it may get complicated.
It can be well treated in a holistic approach for complete recovery.
It needs to be addressed with counseling sessions and homeopathic medicine effectively and without any side effects.
You need an expert Psychologist who is a good homeopathic physician.
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I have been working as a Homeopathic Psychiatrist and Counseling psychologist for the last 17 years of experience. You can contact me through an online appointment for further assistance
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Hi,
I understand your concern about your sleep difficulties over the past three months. Despite your efforts with regular meditation, it seems the sleep issues persist. It is important to evaluate other factors such as stress levels, sleep environment, lifestyle habits, and possible medical conditions. I recommend scheduling a detailed consultation so we can identify the underlying cause and develop an appropriate treatment plan. Meanwhile, maintaining a consistent sleep schedule, avoiding caffeine and electronic devices before bed, and creating a relaxing sleep environment may help improve your sleep. Please reach out to us for further assistance.
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Sleep issues r common in lots of patients. Especially if facing problem n thinking too much. Most of the patients become stressed about not sleeping enough and that itself can become the reason of not being able to sleep.
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Do not fret about not getting sleep. instead do a reverse psychology trick of telling yourself that it is ok not to sleep.
If sleep eludes you ditch sleep and start reading a book or do something that distracts u
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using an adult colouring book where u can just colour the pictures is often helpful
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Sleep difficulties lasting for several months are quite common and are often related to stress, anxiety, overthinking, or changes in routine—even when meditation is practiced regularly.
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Along with meditation, try sleep hygiene practices (fixed sleep–wake time, limiting screen use before bed), relaxation techniques (body scan, progressive muscle relaxation), slow breathing, and writing down thoughts before sleep.
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If sleep does not improve, consult a mental health professional or sleep specialist. Structured approaches like CBT for insomnia (CBT-I) can be very effective and may prevent long-term sleep issues.
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Hi sleep problem is not a big issue sometimes Sleeplessness treatment involves lifestyle changes (consistent schedule, cool dark room, avoiding caffeine/alcohol/screens), relaxation meditation. But if you have done meditation so connect with psychologist to know the reason behind this problem
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Difficulty sleeping for several months is often linked to ongoing stress, anxiety, or an overactive mind, even if you meditate regularly. Therapy can help address the underlying thoughts and sleep patterns.
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Consult with me for focused counselling therapy and simple sleep regulation techniques.
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Dear Sir,
Thank you for reaching out and sharing your concern. Difficulty sleeping for more than three months can be distressing, and it’s good that you are already trying meditation. However, persistent sleep problems often have psychological or lifestyle factors attached, such as stress, anxiety, overthinking at night, irregular routines, or emotional overload, which meditation alone may not fully address.
I would like to understand more about your sleep pattern. For example, whether you have trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up too early, and whether your mind feels very active at night. Many people with chronic sleep difficulties develop sleep anxiety, where the fear of not sleeping itself keeps the brain alert.
From a psychological perspective, structured sleep-focused interventions like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), relaxation training, and stress regulation techniques are often very effective. These help retrain the brain and body to feel safe and relaxed at bedtime rather than alert.
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1. Maintain a fixed sleep and wake time, even on weekends.
2. Avoid screens, caffeine, and heavy meals at least 1–2 hours before bedtime.
3. Use the bed only for sleep (avoid phone use or worrying in bed).
4. Consider consulting a psychologist for a detailed sleep assessment and therapy focused on insomnia.
5. If sleep issues continue, a medical evaluation may also be recommended to rule out physical causes.
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Avoid forcing sleep or worrying about “how many hours” you are sleeping. Sleep improves when pressure reduces. Also, avoid self-medicating with sleeping pills without professional guidance, as they can create dependency and do not treat the root cause.
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Maintain sleep hygiene,maintain sleep schedule,create a cool,dark environment,avoid screen time one hour before bed,do day time exercise
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Ms. Smriti
Counselling Psychologist
18 yrs exp
Bangalore
Connect with psychologist
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Ms. Daksha Dhariwal
Clinical Psychologist
1 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hello!
At the age of 37, it’s a common concern for men and women to face difficulty in initiating and maintaining sleep. They might not feel well rested or fresh in the morning.
It’s important to understand if there are underlying issues contributing to the problem. Anxiety, worry or stress could be contributing to the issue at hand.
However, here are a few things you can do. Practice sleep hygiene.
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1. Keep a fixed wake-up time every day (even on weekends).
2. Use the bed only for sleep — no phone, TV, studying or worrying in bed.
3. Avoid caffeine after 2 PM and heavy meals late at night.
4. Create a 30-minute nightly wind-down routine (dim lights, calm activity, no screens).
5. If you can’t sleep after ~20 minutes, get out of bed and return only when sleepy.
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Contact a clinical psychologist for more help.
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